Never tried this before but it turned out great! Crowd pleaser!

1. Begin by placing your spiral-cut ham into the slow cooker. If your cooker is on the smaller side, you might need to trim the ham slightly to fit.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cherry cola, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cherry preserves, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves until well blended.

3. Pour the mixture over the ham, ensuring it seeps into the slices a bit for maximum flavor infusion.

4. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the ham is heated through and the flavors have melded beautifully. Baste the ham with the cola mixture every hour or so to keep it moist and flavorful.

5. Once done, transfer the ham to a serving platter and let it rest for a few minutes before carving. Meanwhile, you can pour the remaining juices from the slow cooker into a saucepan and simmer it until slightly reduced for a delectable glaze.

6. Drizzle the glaze over the ham slices and serve warm.

– If cherry cola isn’t your thing or you just want to mix it up, root beer or another dark cola can also work as a tasty alternative for the glaze.
– For a thicker glaze, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of water and whisk it into the juices before reducing. It’ll give you a nice, syrupy consistency.
– If handling a whole ham is a bit daunting, feel free to use ham steaks instead. They’ll cook quicker and are perfect for a mid-week version of this dish.
– Got leftovers? Cherry Cola Ham makes for delicious sandwiches the next day. Just layer up some ham, your favorite cheeses, and a dollop of that leftover glaze on a crusty roll. Warm it briefly in the oven, and you’ve got yourself a heavenly lunch.

This Slow Cooker Cherry Cola Ham is a wonderful way to bring some sweetness to your savory table. It’s perfect for those special family gatherings or just a comfy Sunday dinner. Enjoy, and don’t be surprised when it becomes a new family favorite!